Professor/Sensei Paul Byars

Training in various Martial Arts since 1980. (Teaching and assisting since 1991)

Jiu Jitsu Club Owner (Legacy Jiu Jitsu Sparta)

7th Degree Black Belt in Wado-Ryu based Karate (Certified Instructor)

• tested and promoted on 9/25/2021 by: Mr. Danny Chapman - 10th Dan Karate​

3rd Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Certified Instructor)​

• tested and promoted on 12/2/2023 by: Mr. Renato Tavares - 6th Degree BJJ)​

Black Pra Jiad (Belt) in Muay Thai (Certified Instructor)​

• tested and promoted on 8/29/2016 by: Mr. Warren Grace, former USMTA Master Instructor​

1st Degree Black Belt in Judo​

• tested and promoted on 11/4/2023 by: Mr. Ted Chittenden - 4th Dan Judo, USJA Certified Instructor​

​Extensive training in Paul Vunak (PFS) Style Escrima Stick; Kali/Arnis Gun & Knife Retention and Disarms​

Participated in numerous seminars over varied topics of Martial Arts, Instructor, & MA School Leadership

Current Certificate holder from the CDC in Safe Sport and Heads Up Protocols

Trained previous and currently train numerous officers and military personnel in varied aspects of martial arts

Assisted for 8 years in SSGT police officer training classes

Former TN State licensed boxing/kickboxing judge/official

former Level 1 certified kid safe network instructor for National Security Alliance

2 years experience with TN State licensed and arm guard - Nightclubs, Civic Events, Personal Protection